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  • September 2025

  • Thu 18

    Introduction to Self-Employment & Best Practices for Startup Success

    Featured September 18, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    2:00 - 3:30 pm: In Introduction to Self-Employment: The Entrepreneurial Mindset, you'll discover what it truly means to be your own boss. We'll explore the entrepreneurial mindset, the benefits and challenges of self-employment, and how to decide if this path is right for you. Sign up to attend this workshop 3:45 - 5:00 pm: Then, […]

    Free
  • Thu 25

    Business Building Blocks & Start Up and Lead

    Featured September 25, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    2:00 - 3:30 pm: In Business Building Blocks: Let's Get Started, you'll lay the foundation for your business. This session covers the initial steps of starting a business, including idea generation, market research, and forming your business entity. Sign up to attend this workshop 3:45 - 5:00 pm: In Start Up & Lead with Confidence: […]

    Free
  • October 2025

  • Thu 2

    Value Proposition & Intentional Culture from the Start

    Featured October 2, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Value Proposition: What Makes Your Business Unique? will teach you how to articulate what sets your business apart from the competition. This workshop will help you identify and communicate your unique value proposition to potential customers. Featuring Sam Miller of SCORE Mentors. Sign up to attend this workshop Then, in Intentional Culture from the Start: Build […]

    Free
  • Thu 9

    Know Your Ideal Customer and Mission/Vision Alignment

    Featured October 9, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    2:00 - 3:30 pm In Know Your Ideal Customer: Marketing Plan 101, you'll develop a comprehensive marketing plan tailored to your target audience. Learn how to conduct market research, identify customer needs, and create effective marketing campaigns. Sign up to attend this workshop 3:45 - 5:00 pm Then, in Mission, Clarity and Vision Alignment: Define […]

    Free
  • Thu 16

    Branding Basics & SWOT Analysis

    Featured October 16, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    2:00 - 3:30 pm: In Branding Basics: What is Your Business's Personality? you'll discover how to develop a strong brand identity that resonates with your target audience. We'll cover branding basics, including logo design, color schemes, and brand messaging. Sign up to attend this workshop 3:45 - 5:00 pm: Then, in SWOT Analysis: Assess Your Business Landscape, you’ll […]

    Free
  • Thu 23

    All Things Legal

    Featured October 23, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    2:00 - 3:30 pm: In All Things Legal: Navigating the Legal Landscape at Startup, you’ll get acquainted with the legal aspects of starting a business. This workshop covers business licenses, permits, zoning laws, and other legal requirements. Learn the legal distinctions between independent contractors and employees. Understand the implications for hiring, taxes, and compliance to […]

    Free
  • Thu 30

    Pricing Your Products and Services & Startup Expenses

    Featured October 30, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    2:00 - 3:30 pm: In Pricing Your Products & Services: Find the Sweet Spot, you’ll master the art of pricing. This session will cover various pricing strategies, how to calculate costs, and how to price your products or services to maximize profitability. Sign up to attend this workshop 3:45 - 5:00 pm: Then, in Startup […]

    Free
  • November 2025

  • Thu 6

    Cash Flow Management & Making Your Business Bankable

    Featured November 6, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    2:00 - 3:30 pm: In Cash Flow Management Success: Framework to Know Your Numbers, you'll gain insights into managing your business's cash flow. Learn how to track income and expenses, create cash flow projections, and maintain financial stability. Sign up to attend this workshop 3:45 - 5:00 pm: Then, in Making Your Business Bankable: Prepare […]

    Free
  • Thu 13

    Startup Automations and Pulling It All Together

    Featured November 13, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    2:00 - 3:30 pm: In Startup Automations: Work Smarter, Not Harder, you'll explore tools and technologies that can automate your business processes. From marketing automation to customer relationship management, learn how to streamline operations and save time. Sign up to attend this workshop 3:45 - 5:00: Then, in Pulling it All Together: A Forum for Advice, […]

    Free
  • Thu 20

    Opportunity Presentations & Next Steps

    Featured November 20, 2025 @ 2:00 pm

    2:00 - 3:30 pm: In Opportunity Presentations: Networking & Growth, you'll engage with business advisors and support professionals. This session offers opportunities to share your business ideas and gain feedback, network, and learn about potential growth opportunities. Sign up to attend this workshop 3:45 - 5:00 pm: Then, in Next Steps: Building Your Action Plan, you'll […]

    Free
  • February 2026

  • Thu 12

    Brand Power: Define, Build, Thrive

    Featured February 12 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Discover how to craft a compelling brand identity that resonates with your audience. Learn to maintain your brand’s voice and create lasting impressions. Please reach out to Amanda Smith, course facilitator, with questions. Register here for this workshop!

    Free
  • Thu 12

    Design Like a Pro: Graphic Basics for Business

    Featured February 12 @ 3:45 pm - 5:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Create eye-catching visuals with ease. This workshop covers tools and tips to help your business stand out with professional-looking graphics. Please reach out to Amanda Smith, course facilitator, with questions. Register here for this workshop!

    Free
  • Thu 19

    Know Your Market: Beyond the Basics

    Featured February 19 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Dive deep into market research, customer insights, and strategies to connect with your ideal audience. Understand what drives their decisions and how to reach them effectively. Please reach out to Amanda Smith, course facilitator, with questions. Register here for this workshop!

    Free
  • Thu 19

    Social Media Marketing for Small Businesses

    Featured February 19 @ 3:45 pm - 5:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Learn practical social media marketing strategies to create content, stay consistent, and turn social media into a tool that supports your business.  Please reach out to Amanda Smith, course facilitator, with questions. Register here for this workshop!

    Free
  • Thu 26

    Website 101: Build, Refresh, Engage

    Featured February 26 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Whether starting from scratch or updating your site, learn the essentials of website design, content strategies, and tips to boost your online presence. Please reach out to Amanda Smith, course facilitator, with questions. Register here for this workshop!

    Free
  • Thu 26

    Get Seen: Boosting Market Visibility

    Featured February 26 @ 3:45 pm - 5:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Maximize your exposure with low-cost certifications, listings, and business directories, and learn how tourism impacts visibility and how to stand out in competitive spaces. Please reach out to Amanda Smith, course facilitator, with questions. Register here for this workshop!

    Free
  • March 2026

  • Thu 5

    Digital Edge: Marketing Your Business Online

    Featured March 5 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Master the art of online marketing. Explore strategies to increase traffic, enhance engagement, and convert visitors into loyal customers. Please reach out to Amanda Smith, course facilitator, with questions. Register here for this workshop!

    Free
  • Thu 5

    Cyber Smart: Protect Your Business Online

    Featured March 5 @ 3:45 pm - 5:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Understand the risks and learn best practices to safeguard your business from cyber threats. Stay proactive to keep your data and operations secure. Please reach out to Amanda Smith, course facilitator, with questions. Register here for this workshop!

    Free
  • Wed 11

    E-commerce Essentials: Sell Smart, Sell More

    Featured March 11 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    New date and time! Please note this workshop will take place on Wednesday, March 11 from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. Explore e-commerce strategies, from single to omni-channel sales. Learn payment methods, online store management, and how to showcase your products effectively. Please reach out to Amanda Smith, course facilitator, with questions. Register here for […]

    Free
  • Thu 12

    Showcase to Sell: Putting Your Product’s Best Foot Forward

    Featured March 12 @ 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Discover how to present your products for maximum impact. Learn techniques in packaging, product photography, and storytelling to captivate your customers. Please reach out to Amanda Smith, course facilitator, with questions. Register here for this workshop!

    Free
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